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Opportunities Return to top<br />
<strong>In</strong>vestments in 2008 will be focused in three areas - the deployment and enhancement<br />
of the cellular GSM network (towards 3G), the expansion of broadband <strong>In</strong>ternet access<br />
via ADSL, cable modem, Wi-fi, Wi-Max and other wireless technologies and the<br />
migration to IP networks (NGN) and IP telephony.<br />
The wireless market represents one of the greatest opportunities. Specifically,<br />
broadband wireless solutions for rural areas appear to be a promising sub-sector due to<br />
increased demand from rural exporters. To this end, telecom operators have announced<br />
investments and are deploying networks with Wi-Max technology.<br />
The devalued peso has provided incentives for many niche areas, such as re-routing<br />
services, VoiP, call and contact center services, and pre-paid calling cards. The<br />
exchange rate has made labor and interconnection costs suitable for developing these<br />
types of services. These areas will continue to grow during 2008/9. Furthermore, cybercafes<br />
and public <strong>In</strong>ternet pay cabins/outlets (“Locutorios”) experienced significant growth<br />
in 2007 due to a change in the <strong>In</strong>ternet access pattern.<br />
Major telecom companies are optimistic about the future and are announcing new<br />
investments and new services for 2008-9 and beyond.<br />
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For additional information on this industry such as trade events, useful links, and the<br />
products and services that the U.S. Commercial Service can provide to help you<br />
succeed in the Argentine market, visit www.comerciousa.org/argentina_Editable/-<br />
SYaber/Telecommunications/Telecommunications_main.asp<br />
3/4/2008
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